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Today is World Hearing Day, a global campaign to raise awareness about hearing loss and the importance of ear and hearing care. Around 90 million children and young people aged 0–19 worldwide are affected by hearing loss. Many causes such as earwax build-up, untreated ear infections, or vaccine-preventable illnesses could be avoided or significantly reduced if detected and treated early. However, many children live with undiagnosed hearing loss for long periods of time. When

1 in 50 people in the UK and around 1.25 million people are living with a diagnosed eating disorder. Eating disorders affect the way a person thinks about food, eats, and feels about their body. For some people, food can become a way of coping during tough times. This might include bereavement, relationship breakdown, losing a job, housing difficulties, trauma, or extreme stress. Controlling food may feel like a way to manage overwhelming emotions or situations. Types of Eati

LGBT+ History Month is a time to celebrate progress and notice where change is still needed. One important area is healthcare as many LGBT+ people still face judgement, misunderstanding, or unequal treatment when seeking support. Why this matters Research shows that LGBT+ people often experience poorer health outcomes. Some report hearing anti-LGBT remarks or feeling dismissed. These experiences can damage confidence and stop people from asking for help again. From recent eng